fundraising
noun
fund·rais·ing
ˈfənd-ˌrā-ziŋ 
variants
or less commonly fund-raising
: the organized activity of raising funds (as for an institution or political cause)
… the theatre has been built largely through the generous efforts and fundraising of local government and people.—
The Guardian
—often used before another nounThe Guardiana fund-raising drive/campaign
fundraising events
Examples of fundraising in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The scholarship debuted during homecoming weekend, with an accompanying performance by Smith at a fundraising luncheon with the music school’s rock band and later at the halftime show of the Gophers football game against the Purdue Boilermakers.
—Sophia Arndt, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2025
In 2021, LendingTree was among the private donors that helped The Foundation for the Carolinas exceed its fundraising goal to support the city’s arts budget plan.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2025
As one of the Foundation’s top executives, Gatlin managed its daily operations, oversaw fundraising activities and had complete control over spending.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2025
Two blockbuster trading debuts in India this week will showcase the country’s rising status as a fundraising hub, while testing the strength of its markets.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 12 Oct. 2025
Funding for the trip, estimated at $8,000–$10,000, comes from a combination of student fundraising and community donations.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
Holland's venture has a philanthropic aspect, too, with some proceeds benefitting The Brothers Trust, a fundraising vehicle established in 2017 by his family including parents Nikki and Dominic Holland, and his three brothers.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Carrie-as-Anne frees Lo and does sign a new will that gives money to Richard, but that night, Lo crashes the fundraising dinner packed with fancy rich people all celebrating the Bullmers.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025
Matthew is also a board member of the foundation and has actively participated in fundraising efforts, including running the New York City marathon in 2009.
—Maddie Garfinkle, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Sophia Arndt, Twin Cities, 13 Oct. 2025
In 2021, LendingTree was among the private donors that helped The Foundation for the Carolinas exceed its fundraising goal to support the city’s arts budget plan.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2025
As one of the Foundation’s top executives, Gatlin managed its daily operations, oversaw fundraising activities and had complete control over spending.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2025
Two blockbuster trading debuts in India this week will showcase the country’s rising status as a fundraising hub, while testing the strength of its markets.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 12 Oct. 2025
Funding for the trip, estimated at $8,000–$10,000, comes from a combination of student fundraising and community donations.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Oct. 2025
Holland's venture has a philanthropic aspect, too, with some proceeds benefitting The Brothers Trust, a fundraising vehicle established in 2017 by his family including parents Nikki and Dominic Holland, and his three brothers.
—Mike Snider, USA Today, 10 Oct. 2025
Carrie-as-Anne frees Lo and does sign a new will that gives money to Richard, but that night, Lo crashes the fundraising dinner packed with fancy rich people all celebrating the Bullmers.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025
Matthew is also a board member of the foundation and has actively participated in fundraising efforts, including running the New York City marathon in 2009.
—Maddie Garfinkle, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Fundraising.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fundraising. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share